The Euro 2024 has been a phenomenon, to say the least, up till now. It has given us some exciting football, late dramas and a show of tactical masterclasses. Only four teams remain to battle it out for the glory. Spain will take on the French team, and England will face off against the Dutch.
We shall look into our first semi final which will feature Spain and France at the historic Allianz Arena on this Wednesday. Let’s check Spain vs France Euro 2024 Semi-Final Predictions.
Match Preview
Both semifinalists sit at opposite ends of the spectrum, with Spain being a dominant force and are yet to be beaten in the Euros. France, on the other hand, had luck on their side, as they had not yet managed to score a goal from open play.
Spain
Spain has been in a scintillating form, displaying their trade-mark possession based football under Luis de la Fuente. Their adrenaline will be high after coming off of a thrilling quarter final against Germany. They scraped the win in the dying minutes of the extra time thanks to the header by Merino.
Current Form in Euros
- Group B Winners
3-0 vs Croatia
1-0 vs Italy
1-0 vs Albania
- Round of 16
4-1 vs Georgia
- Quarter Final
2-1 vs Germany
They have had a streak of wins under their belt scoring a total of 11 goals and conceding only 2.
Probable 11 vs France
Unai Simon
Cucurella
Aymeric Laporte
Nacho
Alejandro Grimaldo
Rodri
Fabian Ruiz
Dani Olmo
Nico Williams
Alvaro Morata
Lamine Yamal
Key Players to watch out for
Fabian Ruiz (4 G+A)
Fabian Ruiz has been a vital cog in Spain’sSpain’s midfield. Known for his excellent ball control, vision, and ability to dictate the tempo, Ruiz is the orchestrator of Spain’sSpain’s possession-based play.
Lamine Yamal (3 G+A)
Lamine Yamal is one of the most exciting young talents to emerge in recent years. Despite his youth, Yamal has shown maturity beyond his years with his dribbling skills, pace, and creativity on the wings.
Nico Williams (2 G+A)
Nico Williams, the younger brother of Inaki Williams, brings pace, agility, and directness to Spain’s forward line. His ability to exploit spaces behind the defence with his speed makes him a constant threat on the counter.
Rodri (1 G+A)
Rodri is the anchor of Spain’s midfield, providing stability and balance. His defensive acumen, combined with his composure on the ball, allows him to break up opposition plays and initiate attacks.
France
France has been decent in this Euros with their best still yet to be seen. They barely won against Portugal in the Quarter finals thanks to Joao Felix’s missed penalty. Their super star Mbappe has been quiet with only 1 goal from the penalty spot. France will find a formidable opponent in Spain.
Current Form in Euros
- Group D Runners-up
1-0 vs Austria
0-0 vs Netherlands
1-1 vs Poland
- Round of 16
1-0 vs Belgium
- Quarter-final
0-0 (aet) 5-3p vs Portugal
They’ve scored three and conceded 1 in this tournament, showing their non-french-like performance in these Euros.
Probable 11 vs Spain
Mike Maignan
Jules Kounde
Dayot Upamecano
William Saliba
Theo Hernandez
Ngolo Kante
Antoine Griezman
Aurélien Tchouameni
Kylian Mbappe
Marcus Thuram
Ousmane Dembélé
Key Players to watch out for
Kylian Mbappe (1 G+A)
Kylian Mbappe is arguably the most electrifying player on the pitch. Known for his blistering pace, exceptional dribbling, and clinical finishing, Mbappe can turn a game on its head in an instant which he showed in FIFA World Cup 2022 Final against Argentina.
Ousmane Dembele
Ousmane Dembele provides France with creativity and unpredictability on the wings. His extraordinary dribbling skills, coupled with his ambidextrous ability to shoot and cross with both feet, make him a nightmare for defenders.
N’GoloN’Golo Kante
N’GoloN’Golo Kante is the engine of the French midfield. His tireless work rate, ability to cover ground, and exceptional ball-winning skills are unparalleled. Kante’s presence allows his teammates to play with more freedom, knowing he will cover any gaps left behind.
William Saliba
William Saliba has been a rock at the heart of France’s defence. The young centre-back combines physicality with composure, making him a formidable presence in the backline.
Spain vs France Euro 2024 Semi-Final Predictions
This contest is promised to be a close one with both top-tier teams looking to add another major trophy in their cabinet. Both teams are top 5 best contenders to win Euro Cup 2024. The recent run of form sees Spain as favorites but a formidable team like France is known for performing in the big matches.
Spain: 55%
France: 45%
